A good safety program is a propane marketer’s first line of defense to control increases in premiums. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

State of the insurance market

September 29, 2023 By LP Gas

LP Gas asked insurance providers to offer their perspectives on the market and to share their message for propane marketers.

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The right insurance can be a confusing task for any business but especially for propane marketers. (Cover: Serts/iStock Unreleased/Getty Images (cube); Yongyut Chanthaboot (sign), Koksikoks (stripes), BlueJay (dollar sign)/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

How retailers are solving the insurance puzzle

September 18, 2023 By Phillip M. Perry

From liability to workers’ compensation coverage, propane marketers must manage risk and meet the unique needs of the industry to protect their operations.

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Drivers of higher insurance costs are supply chain disruptions and more expensive equipment. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Safe operations rewarded by insurance providers

September 12, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Consider taking a proactive approach in daily processes with these action items that could impact a propane marketer’s standing with its insurance company.

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September 2023: Propane retailer operating expenses

September 12, 2023 By LP Gas

Gray, Gray & Gray’s 2023 propane industry survey respondents report higher vehicle expenses, insurance costs and payroll are adding pressure to balance sheets.

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Understand enforcement’s perspective on mergers

June 15, 2023 By Richard Fredenburg

Richard Fredenberg offers an overview of how violations and penalties are handled after an ownership transition.

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Communicate driver policies to employees

June 7, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Federated Insurance is reminding propane marketers to carry written driving policies that are communicated regularly to all drivers at the business.

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3 insurance mistakes to avoid

June 5, 2023 By John McCoy

To reduce the likelihood of a costly error, propane marketers should understand these three pitfalls when dealing with insurance companies.

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In the Know: Shopping for insurance

April 13, 2023 By Sean McCann and Adam Zoellner

Adam Zoellner and Sean McCann from Propane Resources explain how to position your propane company when shopping for an insurance provider.

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Avoid contractual loopholes

September 2, 2022 By John McCoy

Contractual indemnity may not fully protect your business. John McCoy explains the process with a recent lawsuit filed in a Pennsylvania court.

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Insurance coverage and hours of service

February 14, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Sarah Reboli, senior director of regulatory affairs at NPGA, addresses insurance coverage as it relates to hours-of-service issues.

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